darling

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The move was enough to push Exxon’s forward stock-price-to-earnings ratio to recently top that of market darling Nvidia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Southern California defense tech darling Anduril Industries has struck a deal to buy Orange County space surveillance firm ExoAnalytic Solutions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

The AI darling reported fourth-quarter financials that handily beat analyst estimates, and gave a stronger-than-expected financial guidance.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

That marks a reversal for the industry, which became a Wall Street darling thanks to pricey subscriptions, minimal capital expenditures and strong profit margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

"Yes," she said, "if you promise to behave yourself. Would you like something to eat, my darling?" she said to me.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl